Niger: Government Rules Out Fuel Price Increase and Tackles Fraud

The Nigerien government maintains fuel prices despite supply difficulties, establishing a technical committee to identify bottlenecks in the oil sector and combat fraud. During the cabinet meeting on October 9, 2026, it rejected the recommendation from the Refoundation Consultative Council (CCR) to raise prices to ease market tensions and reduce subsidy costs. Disruptions are attributed to structural issues, governance problems, and informal practices, with authorities instructing enforcement to pursue those involved in fraudulent activities.